About Catherine
Catherine Knowles
Journalist
Currently working as a freelance writer and content creator, Catherine has a keen interest in all areas of technology and storytelling in our digital age. Having worked with a number of businesses and people across media, education, publishing and communications, Catherine has a definite respect for common sense, great content and turning ideas into reality.
Stories by Catherine - Page 2
NCSC's Malware Free Network disrupts 10 million cyber threats
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malware
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phishing
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advanced persistent threat protection
The National Cyber Security Centre’s Malware Free Network has thwarted 10 million cyber threats, safeguarding New Zealand organisations and individuals from online harm.
Zyxel Networks unveils new WiFi 6 security router for SMBs
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sustainability
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ransomware
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malware
Zyxel Networks unveils the USG LITE 60AX, a new WiFi 6 security router for SMBs and teleworkers, delivering up to 6 Gbps speeds and eco-friendly features.
Surge in cybercrime on Telegram highlights security concerns
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ddos
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cybersecurity
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data leak
Kaspersky reports a 53% rise in cybercriminal activity on Telegram between May and June 2024, highlighting the platform's growing appeal for fraud, DDoS attacks, and data leaks.
BSI launches international net zero standard development effort
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sustainability
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development
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climate change
BSI and ICONTEC have launched a major initiative to develop an international net zero standard by COP30, aiming to clarify the net zero transition and boost climate action.
Cyber threat concerns heightened following Linux vulnerability
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phishing
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dark web
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advanced persistent threat protection
A critical vulnerability has been discovered in OpenSSH affecting almost all Linux systems, further accentuating the rise of security vulnerabilities for every industry.
ACT gov partners with TechnologyOne for new dev software
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cloud services
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saas
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government
The ACT Government partners with TechnologyOne to introduce a new SaaS system for development applications, promising improved transparency and efficiency for residents and developers.
Beroe invests in AI firm Forestreet to enhance procurement tools
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ai
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it strategy
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investment
Beroe has made a strategic investment in Forestreet, enhancing its AI-driven procurement intelligence with advanced supplier discovery technology. Vel Dhinagaravel joins Forestreet's board.
SentinelOne named one of UK's Best Workplaces for Wellbeing
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sentinelone
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work-life balance
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workplace culture
SentinelOne has been named one of the UK’s Best Workplaces for Wellbeing by Great Place to Work, highlighting their success in fostering exceptional employee wellbeing across all levels.
Rubrik named 2024 Microsoft Partner of the Year for healthcare
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saas
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cloud services
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microsoft
Rubrik has been named the Healthcare and Life Sciences 2024 Microsoft Partner of the Year for its innovative use of Microsoft Cloud to enhance customer solutions.
Industry 4.0 market to surge from USD $93.6bn to USD $512.2bn
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ai
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iot
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cybersecurity
The Industry 4.0 market, integrating AI, IoT, and robotics, is poised for explosive growth, jumping from USD $93.6 billion in 2024 to USD $512.2 billion by 2034, driven by digital innovation.
ANZ employees most likely to fall for phishing, report reveals
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malware
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ransomware
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advanced persistent threat protection
A KnowBe4 report reveals that over a third of ANZ employees are likely to fall for phishing scams, surpassing rates in North America and South America.
SAS & The Kids Cancer Project extend research partnership
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bi
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big data
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data analytics
SAS and The Kids Cancer Project extend their partnership by three years to enhance childhood cancer research in Australia through advanced analytics, significantly boosting donations and research investments.
AI adoption drives energy use surge in Australia & New Zealand
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storage
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sustainability
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power / energy
AI adoption in Australia and New Zealand is fuelling a surge in energy use, warns a new report, highlighting a critical disconnect between rapid tech growth and environmental sustainability.
Dynatrace integrates with AWS for seamless cloud migration
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digital transformation
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public cloud
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cloud services
Dynatrace becomes the first AWS partner to achieve native integration with AWS Application Migration Service, enhancing cloud migration with comprehensive observability.
Samsara Eco secures AUD $100M to expand plastic recycling
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sustainability
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investment
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recycling
Samsara Eco, an Australian enviro-tech firm, has raised AUD $100M in Series A+ funding, led by Temasek and Main Sequence, to scale its plastic recycling capabilities.
Lenovo unveils hybrid AI solutions with NVIDIA & IDC collaboration
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power / energy
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ai
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nvidia
Lenovo unveils an array of new hybrid AI solutions, spotlighting generative AI for 2024 and energy-efficient innovations, powered by NVIDIA, to drive industry-wide AI applications.
SailPoint expands connectivity, supports 21k+ applications
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partner programmes
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integration
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systems integration
SailPoint Technologies expands its Connectivity platform, integrating over 1,100 enterprise and 20,000 custom applications to bolster identity security.
SaaS security breaches escalate, fuelling urgent defences push
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microsoft
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storage
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martech
Cloud SaaS applications face increasing cyber-attacks, with breaches quadrupling in a year due to identity factors, highlighting urgent security needs.
Progress Software patch highlights security vulnerabilities of critical infrastructure
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ransomware
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it in healthcare
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advanced persistent threat protection
Progress Software recently patched a high-severity authentication bypass in its MOVEit managed file transfer solution, as we're reminded of the importance of security for critical infrastructure.
UK cyber-attack exposes MoD vulnerabilities, China speculated
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data protection
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cyber attacks
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european commission
A cyber-attack on the UK Ministry of Defence has sparked speculation about its source, with experts suggesting rival state involvement.
UK IT leaders express dissatisfaction with cyber insurance options
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threat intelligence
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it departments
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leadership
A Coalition study reveals 87.6% of UK's mid-sized business IT leaders have faced cyber-attacks, voicing concerns about current insurance offerings' efficacy.
Loop launches Ship by Loop to slash return shipping costs
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martech
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cx
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expansion
Loop launches Ship by Loop, a logistics solution aimed at reducing return shipping costs by up to 91%, while providing access to domestic and global carriers.
Microcare Systems boosts cash flow with Zumzum Financials
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endpoint protection
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digital transformation
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martech
Microcare Systems has slashed costs and streamlined operations by adopting Zumzum Financials via Salesforce, boosting invoicing efficiency and cash flow significantly.
Telefónica Tech creates 20 jobs in major NI healthcare project
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it infrastructure
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workforce management
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digitisation
Telefónica Tech UK&I is bolstering Belfast’s workforce with 20 new jobs as it aids Northern Ireland’s rollout of the encompass health and social care record system.